To learn how people with access and functional needs can prepare for disasters:

Ways to stay informed about disasters and emergencies in NJ:

“Register Ready – New Jersey’s Special Needs Registry for Disasters” allows New Jersey residents with disabilities or access and functional needs and their families, friends, caregivers and associates an opportunity to provide information to emergency response agencies so emergency responders can better plan to serve them in a disaster or other emergency.

The information collected here is confidential and will not be available to the public. The information will be held securely and only used for emergency response and planning.

Why should you register?

To be notified by local officials when an evacuation has been ordered.

For Registry Assistance, dial 211 (toll-free) and an operator will assist you in registering.

Alerts - Mobile / Text (SMS) & E-Mail:

NIXLE - Subscribe to the NJ State Police on Nixle ConnectNew Jersey residents can register to receive messages by sending a text message with their zip code to 888777 (data rates may apply depending on your plan). Online registration is also available at www.nixle.com.

The first line of defense against the effects of a disaster is personal preparedness. During an emergency, the government and other agencies may not be able to meet your needs. It is important for all citizens to make their own emergency plans and prepare for their own care and safety in an emergency. Registering on this website is not a guarantee that emergency officials will be able to assist you in an emergency.